Aurie, derived from the Latin word 'aurum,' meaning 'gold,' is a unique and captivating female given name. Pronounced /ˈɔːri/, it offers a contemporary twist on traditional names while retaining a timeless elegance. The use of Aurie as a given name is relatively modern, with its popularity surging in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries.
The name Aurie experienced considerable fluctuations in popularity over the past century. While it was consistently used during the early to mid-20th century with annual birth counts ranging from 5 to 8, there was a significant surge in its usage starting around the year 2000. From 2001 onwards, Aurie became increasingly popular, reaching a peak of 37 births in 2016 and maintaining an average of over 20 births per year until very recently. However, it seems that the trend may be reversing, with only 12 births recorded in 2023. Overall, there have been a total of 447 births registered as Aurie since 1903.